A programme for upper primary school – curiosity and immersion

Value in the World – A World Heritage course for upper primary school pupils

Pupils undertake an investigative study of the interplay between nature and humankind in the past, present and future, using Stevns Klint – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – as their starting point. The course links scientific knowledge of ecosystem services and sustainability with social studies perspectives on values, conflicting interests and humanity’s role in global development.
Pupils discuss how nature creates value for people, how values are prioritised within society, how people today impact the natural environment, and how sustainable development involves dilemmas and choices.

Year groups: Years

7–10 Subjects: Geography, Social Studies, Art

Duration: 2 hours

Skills and knowledge objectives

The pupil has knowledge of methods for and the consequences of resource utilisation.

The pupil has knowledge of ways in which natural resources can be utilised.

The pupil has knowledge of the concept of sustainability.

The pupil has knowledge of terms and concepts in natural sciences.

The pupil can discuss the significance of culture for individuals and groups.

The pupil has knowledge of cultural globalisation.

The pupil has knowledge of culture and cultural concepts.